China. The Mogao Caves: Where History, Art, and Devotion Converge.
The Mogao Caves in Dunhuang, Gansu province, are renowned for their rich Buddhist heritage and impressive architecture. Among the site’s wonders, the Giant Buddha, a colossal 35.5-meter-high statue, stands out. This monumental work, carved from sandstone, is a silent testament…
India, 8th century Buddhist sculpture discovered in Jajpur temple
Kendrapada: The ASI has discovered a Buddhist sculpture, dating back to 8th-9th century CE, from Parbata Panasura village, near Ratnagiri in Jajpur district. The stone sculptor of Vajrasattva, crafted from Khondalite stone, is currently being worshipped as Sree Sree Bana…
India. Ratnagiri dig throws up more surprises on Buddhist heritage
This apart, a large idol of a Buddhist goddess and 5th century sealings have been recently found from the excavated area. BHUBANESWAR: Remains of a Chaitya Griha have been found near the three colossal Buddha heads that were earlier excavated…
Ancient Xinjiang Grottoes Reopen with Stunning AR Makeover. China
The Ya’er Lake Grottoes in Turpan, Northwest China, have reopened to the public with a high-tech twist—thanks to augmented reality (AR) technology that digitally revives faded Buddhist murals and inscriptions dating back over 1,500 years. Part of the Jiaohe Ruins—an…
Buddha statue discovery in North Korea
The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) has announced the discovery of a Buddha statue in North Korea. The statue was found by the Archaeology Institute of the Academy of Social Sciences and the National Authority for the Protection of Cultural…
Mandalay’s Mahamuni set to reopen for devotees. Myanmar
The Mahamuni Pagoda in Mandalay will be reopened as soon as possible for devotees to visit and pay respects, according to U Mya Win, Chairman of the Mahamuni Pagoda Board of Trustees. The powerful earthquake that struck on 28 March…
Bangkok. Wat Pho’s Reclining Buddha Shows Pre-Existing Cracks, Minister Orders Urgent Restoration
Thailand’s Minister of Culture, Sudawan Wangsuphakitkosol, has ordered urgent restoration work on the iconic Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, following an inspection that revealed pre-existing cracks and surface damage. The assessment, prompted by concerns after the recent earthquake in Myanmar,…